Espresso Martini

The Espresso Martini cocktail is a delicious and sophisticated drink that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a perfect blend of coffee, vodka, and Kahlua, and is sure to wake you up and keep you going all night long.

Origin and History:

The Espresso Martini is believed to have been created in the 1980s by Dick Bradsell, a bartender at Fred's Club in Soho, London. The story goes that a famous model came into the bar and asked for a drink that would wake her up and give her a boost, and Bradsell came up with the Espresso Martini. The drink quickly gained popularity and has become a staple at bars and clubs around the world.

Fun Fact:

One fun fact about the Espresso Martini is that it was served at the wedding reception of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2018.

 

Recipe and Preparation:

 Ingredients:

1 ounce vodka

1 ounce Kahlua

1 ounce fresh espresso

Ice

Optional: sugar or simple syrup for sweetness

 

Instructions:

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Add the vodka, Kahlua, and fresh espresso to the shaker.

If you like your drinks a little sweeter, you can add a teaspoon of sugar or simple syrup at this point.

Shake the ingredients well until the shaker is cold to the touch.

Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with three coffee beans, if desired.

Serve and enjoy!

Note: If you do not have a cocktail shaker, you can also use a blender to mix the ingredients. Just be sure to pulse the blender a few times to combine the ingredients and avoid over-blending.

There you have it! The perfect recipe for an Espresso Martini cocktail. This drink is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering and is sure to keep you going all night long. So, next time you want to impress your friends with a delicious and sophisticated cocktail, give this recipe a try. Cheers!